Rock Transformation Flashcard

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What are the three main types of rock?

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Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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Is metamorphic rock a main type of rock?

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Yes.

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of rock and minerals that can be transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What process moves sediments to new locations?

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Erosion.

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How is metamorphic rock formed?

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Through heat and pressure.

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What are igneous rocks made of?

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They are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is the difference between sedimentary and metamorphic rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediments, while metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rocks that have been changed by heat and pressure.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The continuous process of rock formation and transformation between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.